Leadership LINK 2nd Quarter 2011

Second Quarter 2011 • This issue is sponsored by:

SUMMER 2011: Life-skills for Foster Teens Responding to an inquiry from Stark County Job & Family Services, Leadership Stark County staff will be leading three workshops as part of the Independent Living summer program for foster youth. Stark County teen age youth, ages 15 ½ -21, who are in ‘agency custody’ and living with foster families will attend a series of daytime programs that meet State of Ohio guidelines including career assessment and vocational preparation.

The Independent Living program provides comprehensive training to equip youth with skills necessary for them to function as adults. For the Leadership Stark County 2011 Summer Foster Youth Workshops, Fran Wells and Stephanie Werren have developed an engaging and interactive curriculum that includes: • Strengths Finder profile for personal leadership development • Outdoor art activity in downtown green spaces • Tours of downtown businesses with vocational focus • Presentations by LSC graduates in areas of expertise • Downtown Canton history including civil rights and voting rights • Lunch at local downtown restaurants • Stark County field trip for career exploration (based on the 2004 Youth at Risk bus tour). [continued on next page ...]

Key Program Dates

JUNE 22

CEO Lunch & Tour at Gregory Industries

JUNE 23

24th Class Graduation Walsh University

JULY 14

A Year with the President: Janet Creighton Luncheon

AUGUST 17

Downtown Canton Architecture Walk After-hours at Julz by Alan Rodriguez

SEPTEMBER 8

CEO Lunch & Tour at Robertson Heating Supply

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1 Assist/mentor during the workshops: Tuesday July 5, August 2 and August 16 from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

2 Provide individual or company sponsorship for the 2011 Summer Foster Youth Workshops all contributions will fund the art activities, tours and educational materials.

3 Provide your company’s promotional items as “take-aways” and prizes.

Most highly requested item: phone cards!

4 Offer your business as a stop on our Stark County career tour!

5 Provide financial support via Leadership Stark County’s annual fund to support our operations and build our staff capacity.

The Foster Youth Workshops are an example of innovative programming that serves our community.

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Celebrating 25 Years of Leadership More of What We Do Best This year marks the 25th year that Leadership Stark County has been training motivated leaders to serve our community. In honor of the anniversary, Leadership Stark County would like to give you ‘More of What We Do Best’ ; a year of learning, motivation, and networking. We have already seen “175,000 chicks” at the Park Farms hatchery and observed the USDA inspected processing plant as well.

The walking tour of downtown Canton with John Werren, followed by an after-hours at La Parilla Mexican Grill was well-attended.

Please plan to join us for any or all of the remaining events.

Wednesday, June 22, 2011 Wednesday, October 5, 2011 CEO lunch and tour at Gregory CEO Lunch and tour at ComDoc Industries – 12:00 p.m.

–11:45 a.m.

Thursday, July 14, 2011 A Year With the President, Lunch with Janet Creighton–11:45 a.m.

Events are $15 each, guests welcome. Please sign up at www.leadershipstarkcounty.org.

Wednesday, August 17, 2011 Downtown Canton Architecture Walk with MJ Albacete – 4:30 p.m.

After-hours at Jülz, sponsored by Jülz by Alan Rodriguez

25th Year Sponsor:

Thursday, September 8 CEO lunch and tour of Robertson Heating Supply – 11:45 a.m.

NEW! Malone University to Offer Discount to Current LSC Signature Program Graduates!

Malone University is now providing an incentive to Leadership Stark County Signature Program graduates to obtain a bachelors degree or to enroll in graduate programs with substantial savings.

Members of the 24th Class and the upcoming 25th Class who do not hold a bachelors degree will receive a 15% tuition discount when they enroll in the Malone Management Program. The Malone Management Program is an undergraduate BA degree completion program with a major in management.

financial value of the tuition discount is impressive and more than pays for cost of Signature Class tuition.

Already benefiting is 24th class member Tracy M. Jeffries, Development & Marketing Manager, Junior Achievement of East Central Ohio:

“I am very excited about the discount! The discount doubles my investment in Leadership Stark County as well as helps finance my goal of completing my undergraduate degree in 24th Class and upcoming 25th Class members who do Business Management. Malone hold a bachelors degree and wish to enroll in graduate University and Leadership Stark courses or pursue a graduate degree may enroll in any County have long recognized graduate program offered on the Malone University the importance of having a campus or online and receive 15% tuition discount.

Bachelor’s degree in this economy when searching for a new job or moving into a leadership role in an Leadership Stark County appreciates Malone existing company. I applaud their partnership and say University’s initiative that will help build a more thank you to both!” educated workforce in Stark County. Certainly, the

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25th Year Annual Fund Kicks Off Be a part of this celebratory year!

Whether from the first class or the most recent class the time to give is in this 25th year of recognition, recruitment, and reconnecting.

Pledge now to the 2011 Annual Fund at LeadershipStarkCounty.org.

The class of 2011-2012 marks Leadership Stark County’s 25th year of connecting leaders with community and boards. As we approach our 25th anniversary, we celebrate over 800 graduates who are fulfilling the vision of our founders. This milestone year also gives us a chance to look to the future. The annual fund campaign’s continued success will secure the enduring excellence and sustainability of the flagship program, and build on our capacity to reach new areas and audiences with the work of inspiring leadership committed to service.

With continued success in our Annual Fund campaigns we can: • Assure the continued excellence of our flagship course, the Signature Program; • Develop new programs that serve our mission and add value for target audiences in our community; • Maintain affordable tuition rates; • Increase staff support to grow program and services.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Why do we need to have an Annual Fund campaign?

Although we continue to develop new sources of revenue, tuition and fees only cover about half of the cost of providing our programs. In addition to the hundreds of volunteers who work to produce the programs, fund drive donations and sponsorships allow us to keep tuition affordable for all.

What kinds of new programs might you offer?

Some new program possibilities include programs that help with board development and training, company board placement programs, programs that reach at-risk youth and programs featuring advanced topics on governmental issues.

Does Leadership Stark County need more funding?

Leadership Stark County has grown in a variety of ways.

Along with administrating the expanded programming already mentioned, more than 830 alumni and additional program participants receive services including newsletters, networking opportunities, tours and educational events that require staff hours.

LOOK FOR 25th YEAR EVENTS CULMINATING WITH A CELEBRATORY EVENT IN MAY OF 2012.

ANNOUNCING: Spotlight Stark County 2011 DID YOU KNOW?

• Unlike the Signature Program, companies may enroll up to 4 employees

• Tuition Assistance is available The Spotlight Stark County program for young professionals enters its sixth year in 2011 and is more popular than ever with those who want to strengthen their leadership skills and be more involved in Stark County.

It is an ideal way to invest in young employees and build their value with your organization. The six sessions are generally held from 4-6 p.m. every other week beginning in September. Topics covered include:

• Speed Networking

• Downtown Canton: Then & Now

• Discovering & Applying Your Strengths

• Introduction to Community Service Projects

• Community and organizational engagement

• “Speed-Boarding” for introduction to non-profit board service.

• The Arts Scene Applications are now available at LeadershipStarkCounty.org for young professionals age 24-34.

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Ralph Regula Addresses GOVERNMENT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY At a closing program held at the Stark Parks Exploration Gateway, the nineteen members of the 2011 Government Leadership Academy celebrated their course completion with lunch and a keynote address by former congressman Ralph Regula. Class reflections were given by Raeann Guiley, who stated that,

Anthony Flex, Assistant Prosecutor, City of Canton Law Department

The Government Leadership Academy had a real impact

Joshua Harris, CEO/Owner, In The Round Design Group

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on my outlook of Stark County and what we as volunteers

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and citizens can do to make our way of life even better if we are willing to spend some time informing and leading

Raeann Guiley,Vice President, Salco Machine, Inc Donald Guisinger, Interactive Brand Manager, WHBC NextMedia

Michael Lynch, Nimishillen Township Trustee Jean Madden, Magistrate/Bailiff, Alliance Municipal Court

our communities.

Sarah McIntosh,VP, Government Banking, Huntington Bank

The class members include elected public officials, people who have filed a petition to run for office, and community-minded citizens.

James Molnar, President, Molnar Tech Services

Katherine Baylock, Executive Director, W.A.T.O.E.S. Out Reach Programs

Loretta Richardson, Owner, Touch of Faith Alterations & More

Thomas Bernabei, Stark County Commissioner

Ida Ross-Freeman, Founder, Stark County UMADAOP

Cynthia Billings, Hartville Village Council

Mark Shaffer, Director,Technical Support, Time Warner Cable

Milan Chovan, Owner, Proforma Cross Media Marketing

Mary Strukel, Community Volunteer

Andrew Oser, Property Management

Jane Timken,Vice Chairman, Stark County Republican Party

Don’t Miss the 2011 Leadership On the Links Golf Outing!

It’s Leadership Stark County’s 25th Anniversary! What better way to renew your Leadership connections than to spend the morning on the Tam O’Shanter Golf Course, voted “Best Public Golf Course” in Stark County again for 2011. Enjoy lunch, beverages on course and great prizes. Put your foursome together and get into the spirit of friendly competition, fun, and networking opportunities!

Friday, August 26 • Shotgun Start at 9:00 a.m.

Tam O’Shanter Golf Course Register your foursomes at LeadershipStarkCounty.org Sponsorship Opportunities are Available!

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24th Class to Graduate June 23 All Leadership Stark County alumni are invited to join friends and family of the 24th class, LSC board members, and other community leaders to celebrate the successful completion of the Signature Program by the 24th class. A retrospective by class members is sure to be a highlight. There is no charge for the evening but reservations are requested.

24th Class Graduation Thursday, June 23 at the Walsh University Barrette Business and Community Center Reception 5:30 p.m.

Ceremony 6:15 p.m.

Reply to 330-458-2095

The 24th Class explored Canton’s Arts District during the Arts Day program.

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Speed Board Matches These non-profit organizations and young professional Spotlight Stark County participants were successfully matched through Leadership’s board matching program. The young professionals are getting inside experience on the workings of non-profit boards.

Nonprofit

Friends of Stark Parks Goodwill Industries J R Coleman Outreach Services Junior Achievement of East Central Ohio Leadership Stark County Meals on Wheels Mental Health and Recovery Services Board of Stark County Multi-Development Services of Stark County Prescription Assistance Network of Stark County Project REBUILD Inc. Quest Recovery & Prevention Services Siffrin Inc. Stark County Hunger Task Force Stark County Park District Stark County TASC

The Canton Ballet United Way of Greater Stark County YMCA of Central Stark County YWCA of Canton

Spotlight Participant Charles Dulcie Ethan Steigert Patrick Mackie Rebekah Boyd Crystal McCartney Josh Best Charles Fenske Katie Harris LaToya Dickens Blossom Stewart Matt Bailey Melissa Smith Yvette Otterman Angela Young Maureen Kampman Stephanie Soduk Kathryn Cerrone Arnold Kathryn Dougherty Lindsay Hackenberg

Class Acts 9th Class: Randy Smith – Named Community Leader of the Year by North Canton Area Chamber of Commerce.

12th Class: Carol Lichtenwalter – Inducted into the YWCA Stark County Women’s Hall of Fame in the area of Human Services.

14th Class: Bill Cook – Received the United Way of Greater Stark County Gold Key Service Award.

16th Class: Kent Oliver – Given the Liberty Bell Award by the Stark County Bar Association for work in defense of the Bill of Rights by a non-lawyer.

Our Mission

23rd Class: Kathy Catazaro-Perry – Won the Democratic primary for the Massillon mayor’s race.

To develop a core of motivated

to community trusteeship through

Fran Wells, Director Stephanie Werren, Development Director Joy Walko, Managing Editor Sarah Bhatia, Graphic Designer

training in leadership skills and

a publication of Leadership Stark County

leaders with a lifelong commitment

education about the community.

Leadership Stark County is a department of the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce.

(330) 456-7253 • www.leadershipstarkcounty.org

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This issue sponsored by:

Recent Sponsors

Ribs Burn-off Help Wanted

24th Class Cultural Diversity Day

Alumni and friends are needed to man the beer booths at the Pro Football Hall Fame Enshrinement Festival’s National Ribs Burn-Off. The event is held at the Stark County Fairgrounds and runs Wednesday, August 3 through Friday, August 5.Volunteers will be needed through-out the day. Please let the Leadership office know if you are willing to serve; shift details will be released at a later date.

24th Class Arts Day Lunch Sponsor: 24th Class Justice Day Stark County Association for Justice Stark County Bar Association History Walk & After-hours Sponsor 24th Class Sponsor

25th Year Celebration Sponsor

We also thank our in-kind sponsor: Tom Locke/McDonalds